General Superintendent

Upchurch; Missouri; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Upchurch is seeking a General Superintendent to lead all field operations on mission-critical data center projects. This on-site role in Jackson, MS will drive safety, schedule adherence, quality, and client satisfaction from startup through turnover.

You will mentor a team of Superintendents, Foremen, and subcontractors while coordinating with Project Management, Engineers, and Owners to execute complex construction with excellence.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma; Bachelor's degree preferred in construction management or engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years in commercial or industrial construction.
• At least 5 years as Superintendent or higher on large projects.
• Experience delivering mission-critical data center, industrial, healthcare, or manufacturing projects.
• Strong understanding of structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and civil systems.
• Proficiency with construction management software.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for all field operations on data center projects.
• Mentor Superintendents, Foremen, subcontractors, and craft personnel.
• Develop and implement construction execution plans aligned with schedules.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Scheduling

Cost management

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

High school diploma

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Primavera P6

Job description

Company Overview

Upchurch is a rapidly growing , full-service building engineering company providing mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services across the southeastern United States. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Horn Lake, MS, Upchurch has grown through both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions , establishing a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and service excellence. We offer end-to-end solutions—from design and installation to ongoing maintenance and emergency support— helping clients maximize building performance, energy efficiency, and equipment lifespan.

Position Summary

The General Superintendent is responsible for overseeing all field operations on large-scale data center construction projects, ensuring work is executed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and in accordance with project specifications and quality standards. This role provides strategic leadership to Superintendents, General Foremen, Foremen, subcontractors, and craft personnel while partnering closely with Project Management to deliver successful mission-critical facilities. The General Superintendent serves as the primary field leader, driving construction execution, workforce planning, quality control, and client satisfaction from project startup through final turnover.

This is an on-site role in Jackson, MS.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and direction for all field operations on assigned data center construction projects.

• Manage and mentor Superintendents, General Foremen, Foremen, subcontractors, and craft personnel to ensure safe and productive project execution.

• Develop and implement overall construction execution plans aligned with project schedules and milestones.

• Coordinate field operations with Project Managers, Engineers, Owners, Design Teams, and Trade Partners.

• Lead daily, weekly, and milestone planning meetings to ensure project objectives are achieved.

• Drive project schedule performance by identifying critical path activities, mitigating delays, and implementing recovery plans when necessary.

• Ensure manpower, equipment, and material resources are properly planned and allocated across all project phases.

• Oversee subcontractor performance, productivity, quality, and compliance with contractual obligations.

• Promote a culture of safety by ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and client‑specific safety requirements.

• Conduct regular site walks to monitor construction progress, identify risks, and resolve field issues.

• Ensure all work meets project specifications, applicable codes, quality standards, and owner expectations.

• Collaborate with project management to identify cost‑saving opportunities while maintaining quality and schedule commitments.

• Review and interpret construction drawings, BIM coordination models, specifications, RFIs, and submittals.

• Support procurement efforts by coordinating long‑lead materials and equipment with project teams.

• Oversee commissioning readiness, punch list completion, turnover, and project closeout activities.

• Maintain positive working relationships with clients, architects, engineers, inspectors, and subcontractors.

• Prepare and present project updates to executive leadership and ownership teams.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of commercial or industrial construction experience.
• At least 5 years of experience as a Superintendent, Senior Superintendent, or General Superintendent.
• Extensive experience delivering mission‑critical, data center, industrial, semiconductor, healthcare, or advanced manufacturing projects preferred.
• Strong understanding of structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and civil construction systems.
• Demonstrated success managing multiple field teams on projects exceeding $100 million is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Procore, Bluebeam, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Primavera P6, or similar construction management software.

Skills & Abilities

• Expert knowledge of commercial construction means and methods.
• Strong understanding of construction scheduling, sequencing, and logistics planning.
• Exceptional leadership and team‑building skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent problem‑solving and conflict‑resolution abilities.
• Strong financial awareness with the ability to support budget and cost management.
• Effective communication and relationship‑building skills with clients, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze project risks and implement proactive solutions.
• Strong organizational and decision‑making skills.